Dual Credit Course Descriptions
| College Course Title | College Course Code | SHSM alignment | Passing Grade | Description |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Basic Design A | ARTS1000 | Arts & Culture Construction Horticulture & Landscaping Manufacturing Transportation |
55 | Using a variety of tools and visual exercises this course will introduce the student to organizing elements of two-dimensional design. Elements such as line, space, texture, value, colour, and spatial illusion will be explored to enable the student to employ visual awareness and dynamics in the field of two dimensional design. Critical evaluation skills will play a key part of individual class discussion and group critiques. |
| Basic Design B | ARTS1010 | Arts & Culture Construction Horticulture & Landscaping ICT Manufacturing Transportation |
55 | Basic Design B will study how to organize and manage visual information. Using a variety of tools and visual exercises this course will introduce the student to the principles of design (balance, proportion, harmony, unity, contrast, emphasis, repetition and visual movement). Elements of design will be related to the principles in order to enable the student to employ visual awareness and dynamics in the field of two dimensional designs. Critical evaluation skills will play a key part of individual class discussion and group critiques. |
| American Sign language | ASL1010 | Arts & Culture Business Health & Wellness Hospitality & Tourism Non-Profit |
55 | This introductory course is designed for students with no previous knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) with basic communicative competencies. Students learn to handle basic everyday communication: exchanging information, identifying others and giving simple directions. Topics focus on personal information and the immediate environment. Grammar is introduced in context with an emphasis on developing question and answer skills. Cultural notes and videotapes provide information on Deaf Culture and the Deaf Community. |
| Cabinetmaking | CBNT1060 | Hospitality & Tourism | 55 | The student will explore basic cabinet design and construction procedures in accordance with government safety regulations and industry standards. Students will learn to work safely within government standards and equipment manufacturer’s recommendations. |
| Child Development | ECE 1065 | Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services Health & Wellness Sports |
60 | This course introduces the chronological study of human development. It begins with prenatal influences and examines the age-stages of conception and infancy. The interactive nature of the physical, cognitive and psychosocial domains of the influence on human development will be emphasized. The major theories of development will be used to analyze different developmental events through the life span. A central theme of the course is the nature-nurture controversy. |
| Learning Through Play | ECE1020 | Health & Wellness Sports |
60 | This course introduces the concepts of relationship-building and play as the cornerstones of curriculum. Through the lens of holistic development and inclusive early learning, students will examine and describe the elements of meaningful learning for young children of all age groups and the role of the educator in supporting learning. Students will practice emerging skills in observation, reflection and documentation as the basis for planning children’s learning. |
| Manicures | ESTH1310 | Arts & Culture Health & Wellness Hospitality & Tourism |
60 | Students will learn the basic theories and practices of hand care, generic product knowledge, limited hand massage, nail polish applications and manicure treatments. |
| Canadian Criminal Justice System | LAW1060 | Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services Non Profit |
55 | This course provides an overview of the Canadian Criminal Justice System with a particular emphasis on the history, function, role and organization of Canadian law enforcement services, it examines the operation of the criminal justice system. Each of the major components from enforcement through the courts and correctional services will be explored. |
| Criminology | LAW1210 | Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services Health & Wellness Non Profit |
55 | This course provides an examination of various theoretical explanations of criminal and deviant behaviour including the sociological, biological and psychological perspectives. Criminological theory is related to various types of criminal activity. The reality of crime in Canada including victimology is examined through crime statistics and correlates of criminal behaviour. The impact on theory on the development and effectiveness of the criminal justice system is discussed with an emphasis on future trends within the system. This course is part of the Law Enforcement and Investigation program. |
| Crime Scene Investigation | LAW1510 | Justice, Community Safety and Emergency Services | 55 | This course introduces students to the legal considerations and best practices in collecting evidence at the crime scene and throughout an investigation for presentation in a courtroom, including, the rules and procedures that apply to conducting interviews with both witnesses and suspects. It begins with a detailed analysis of Charter-compliant requirements pertaining to the types and admissibility of evidence into a criminal trial procedure. The most current information on digital, DNA, evidence and crime labs, and the multiple usages of forensic science in investigations is explored. |
| Psychology Today | LIBS1085 | Business Health & Wellness Non-Profit |
55 | Why are cell phones so addictive? Are humans actually getting smarter with access to more information or are we just becoming “pancake people” or superficial consumers of information? Are people becoming more narcissistic? Why is being in love so powerful and how does it affect our brain? Why do people commit school shootings and other atrocities? Will we eventually be able to upload our consciousness? Does using social media cause depression? Or are we becoming lonelier as we become more connected? Why are people so influenced by trends in the media? Psychology can help start answering all of these questions. Psychology is the scientific study of human thoughts, emotions and behaviours. Topics of interest to psychologists include all aspects of everyday life, from simple to complex thoughts to behaviours that might surprise us. This course introduces students to the human psyche by drawing on some of the hot topics in psychology today. This course is structured around themes pulled from media and research, and will delve into psychological explanations of these phenomena. Topics will explore what psychology is and does; the brain; cyberpsychology and technology; intelligence; interpersonal relationships and interactions; parenting, personality; consciousness; social psychology and psychological disorders. |
| Digital Imaging | PHOT1140 | Arts & Culture ICT |
55 | Students will develop skills and knowledge related to digital imaging in still and motion formats. The main focus will be on still image (photographic) applications with a basic introduction to videography as a tool in various applications. Focus, composition and exposure will form the groundwork that will combine with other technical aspects to provide students with a strong foundation of practical imaging skills. |
| Digital Applications | PHOT1300 | ICT | 55 | This course will introduce students to still image manipulation techniques using Adobe Photoshop. Students will learn how to input their own captured images, or those from digital sources and manipulate the image for various digital or print outputs. Tools and commands covered will include colour correction, image fixes, multi-image compositing, layering, masking, adding text and effects. |
| PSW Professional Practice | PSW1375 |
Health & Wellness Non-Profit (requested) Business (requested) |
65 | This course introduces the support worker student to the foundational concept of being a professional including the role, responsibilities, accountability and scope of practice of the support worker as a member of the interprofessional team working in various health care settings. This course presents strategies for being a successful college student. Relevant workplace legislation and the importance of following established policies and procedures, ethical principles and professional boundaries in a variety of health care settings will be discussed. The student will be introduced to the roles of the interprofessional health care team with a focus on collaboration using a professional approach to provide supportive person-centered care across the lifespan. Current issues and trends in the health care delivery system and their impact on the support worker role will be examined. A focus on communication and interpersonal skills, including observing, reporting, documenting and transferring accountability essential to establishing and maintaining effective helping relationships with interprofessional team members, clients and family members will be discussed. Topics of neglect and abuse and appropriate responses for the support worker will be explored. Problem solving, critical thinking, and reflection will be incorporated as themes throughout the course. |
| Security Fundamentals | SECU1040 | Justice (requested) | 50 | This course is intended for new security guards and/or security guards who need to meet the training requirement to obtain an Ontario Security Guard License. This course contains 12 core modules as prescribed by the Ministry of Community Safety and Correctional Services, including emergency first aid, road to mental readiness, and evasive self defence techniques. This course includes exercises related to crime prevention and de-escalation of crises. Students will receive 2 certificates upon completion of the course |